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Chef Manager


Company : BaptistCare


Location : Cessnock, New South Wales


Created : 2025-08-01


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Join to apply for the Chef Manager role at BaptistCare2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Chef Manager role at BaptistCareWhere culinary excellence meets aged care be the chef who makes a difference.Permanent Full-time Opportunity | Based in AlstonvilleGreat hours - Monday to Friday 8:30 am to 4:30pmChef Manager | Alstonville497415Alstonville, NSW, Australia, 2477Ballina, NSW, Australia, 2478Coraki, NSW, Australia, 2471Lismore, NSW, Australia, 2480Tweed Heads, NSW, AustraliaShow More Show LessPermanent Full-TimeChef Manager - AlstonvilleWhere culinary excellence meets aged care be the chef who makes a difference.Permanent Full-time Opportunity | Based in AlstonvilleGreat hours - Monday to Friday 8:30 am to 4:30pmAbout The RoleReporting to the Residential Manager, you will lead and manage staff and resources efficiently to deliver the highest quality and safety in food services.Mealtimes are very important to residents, often a time they look forward to so continuous improvement in the meals we offer is vital. You will need to speak directly to our residents, gaining their feedback and making adjustments.Your creativity with food and expertise in dining environments make this a unique opportunity to enrich the lives of our 90 residents.Duties Include But Are Not Limited ToOverseeing commercial cooking operations & staff supervisionRostering, ordering, invoicing & auditingStock control, preparing menus, adhering to the budgetEnsuring high quality presentation of all meals to residentsMid-High quantity cooking (90 clients) as required for leave coverAbout The TeamLocated in the picturesque township of Alstonville, Maranoa Centre sits on truly magnificent grounds. Our lush rainforest patch has over 30 species of established rainforest trees, including a Moreton Bay Fig tree where many people love to rest and read.Maranoa Centre provides 90 beds for residents across all levels of care, including dementia care and respite care services.Why Join Us?At BaptistCare, we value our employees and foster a positive, inclusive work environment. We offer competitive salaries, tax-free salary packaging up to $18,550*, discounted gym memberships, and novated car leasing. Enjoy work-life balance with flexible arrangements and additional leave options. Benefit from our health and wellbeing initiatives, including free counselling, spiritual support, and nutrition advice. Advance your career with study assistance up to $3000 per year and access to learning and development programs and courses like LinkedIn Learning!About YouThe ideal candidate will have:Minimum 2 years'' experience in a similar role preferably within aged careTertiary qualifications in Hospitality, Commercial Cookery or equivalent essentialApplied knowledge of HACCP food safety principlesSound experience in kitchen management, effective staff leadership, staff development, financial control, and customer serviceSound knowledge and experience in the preparation of menus in accordance with dietary requirementsJoin us in making a meaningful differencewhere your culinary leadership brings comfort, dignity, and joy to every residents day.About UsWe are proud to be part of the merged care organisation that will be known nationally as BaptistCare. As a for purpose, Christian care organisation, we are committed to providing exceptional support and services across Australia. Together with Baptcare (VIC, TAS, SA) and Baptist Care SA we employ over 12,000 dedicated employees and support over 38,000 customers to help people live well with dignity and purpose. From older Australians and their families to people facing significant disadvantage, our passion and our priority are the customers we serve. We strive to deliver care as it should be with people right at the centre.Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as applications may be reviewed prior to the closing date. The closing date is subject to change without notice.Successful candidates will be subject to a variety of background checks including a national criminal history check, reference checks and, if applicable, WWCC, NDIS worker screening check and a pre-employment medical.BaptistCare Transforming lives by expressing the love of Christ.Seniority levelSeniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionManagement and ManufacturingIndustriesNon-profit OrganizationsReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at BaptistCare by 2xSign in to set job alerts for Kitchen Manager roles.Pearces Creek, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoByron Bay, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoEvans Head, New South Wales, Australia 3 days agoLennox Head, New South Wales, Australia 3 days agoTalofa, New South Wales, Australia 4 days agoWere unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr